Congratulations. After ample "commando" time, 937 readings of Potty Time with Elmo and more accidents than you care to remember, your child has been successfully potty trained. So why, you may be ...

Potty training a toddler is no joke. Between the accidents and the stubborn refusals to “try,” getting a toddler to do their business in an actual toilet tends to be a long, drawn-out process, no ...

There is no single best time to start potty training. Many parents or caregivers find it is best to begin when their toddlers show signs of readiness. These may include asking to have diapers changed, ...

"He's potty-trained, right?" As a mother of a nearly 3-year-old boy, I've been getting this question for well over a year. The answer, unfortunately, is still, "Not quite yet!" I had high hopes at his ...

Many children experience constipation during potty training, which may occur due to anxiety about using the potty. Providing support, comfort, praise, and routine to a child can help. If a child feels ...

It’s fair to say most parents don’t consider the rite of passage that is potty training when they start a family. But when you get to the so-called “right age” to begin, it can become an all-consuming ...

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